1988 Eagle Summit vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Eagle Summit weights approximately 137 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Eagle | Fiat |
| Model | Summit | Palio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
